The Scientific Method Quiz
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Which of the following best describes non-scientific thinking?

  • Making observations without any conclusions
  • Believing that the sun travels around the earth
  • Drawing conclusions based on observation (correct)
  • Using the scientific method to explain the world
  • What is the main purpose of the scientific method?

  • To make observations without drawing conclusions
  • To explain the world based on observation
  • To prove that the sun travels around the earth
  • To avoid non-scientific thinking (correct)
  • Which of the following is an example of non-scientific thinking?

  • Concluding that a candy bar made you feel better without considering other possible explanations (correct)
  • Feeling better without eating a candy bar
  • Taking medicine to feel better
  • Observing the movement of the sun across the sky
  • What is the difference between non-scientific thinking and the scientific method?

    <p>Non-scientific thinking draws conclusions without considering other possible explanations, while the scientific method avoids this</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the scientific method important?

    <p>To provide a way of thinking that helps avoid non-scientific thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

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